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Wirksworth Tourist Information


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Images of Wirksworth
Cruck Beam Building © Tony Bacon
Quarry Tunnel to Wirksworth Station © Tony Bacon
Window in Wirksworth church © Tony Bacon
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Attractions near Wirksworth
Wirksworth Heritage Centre (< 1 Mile)*
The Story of Wirksworth encompasses the history of the town from prehistoric times to the modern day.
National Stone Centre (1 Mile)*
Admission to our dramatic fifty acre site, on the edge of the Peak District National Park, revealing a fossil tropical seascape 330 million years old, is free.
Gullivers Kingdom Matlock Bath (2 Miles)*
From the moment you enter Gulliver's you enter another world where your imagination can roam free. Gulliver's Matlock Bath is nestled in a stunning hillside location where much of the magic comes from the amazing scenery and views.
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* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.

What's near Wirksworth

Attractions:
  Wirksworth Heritage Centre  <1 Mile
  National Stone Centre  1 Mile
  Gullivers Kingdom Matlock Bath  2 Miles
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Towns:
  Cromford  1 Mile
  Alderwasley  2 Miles
  Highpeak Junction  2 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Sally Botham Estates Ltd  3 Miles
  Beechwood Sales & Lettings  4 Miles
  Burchell Edwards  5 Miles
Hotels:
  Alison House Hotel  2 Miles
  The Greyhound Hotel  2 Miles
  Brook New Bath Hotel  3 Miles
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Bed and Breakfast:
  The Wild Cherry B&B  <1 Mile
  Oakford Cottage  3 Miles
  Sheriff Lodge  4 Miles
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Self Catering:
  North End Cottages  <1 Mile
  Marmadukes Holiday Cottage  <1 Mile
  Godfrey Hole Cottage  1 Mile
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Campsites:
  Barn Farm  6 Miles
  Rue Hill Caravan Park  13 Miles
  The Star Caravan and Camping Park  15 Miles
TIC: Matlock Bath Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01629 55082  3 Miles



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Towns near Wirksworth
Cromford Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
Cromford is Richard Arkwright's town. He was the great pioneer of the modern factory system, using water power to drive production machinery for the first time and revolutionising the textile industry.
Alderwasley Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
Alderwasley is a very small village just a mile from the Derwent valley Heritage Site. There are lots of walks and fantastic views from the hill tops. There is one pub with real ale and food in the village and three more locally at Belper
Highpeak Junction Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
High Peak Junction is the start of the High Peak Trail, which follows the track of the former Cromford and High Peak Railway. Built in 1830, it was one of the earliest railways in the world and was designed on canal principles.
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Hotels near Wirksworth
Brook New Bath Hotel (3 Miles)*
The Brook New Bath Hotel, is a Regency styled hotel which was built in 1802 and is set in 5 acres of grounds, overlooking the breathtaking Derwent Gorge. This non-smoking hotel boasts an indoor plunge pool fed by natural thermal springs.
Lion Hotel (5 Miles)*
The Lion Hotel is situated in the centre of one of Derbyshire's most historic towns - Belper. The hotel provides an extremely high level of comfort and service.
Whitworth Park Hotel (6 Miles)*
The friendly Whitworth Park Hotel is a Grade II Listed building with free Wi-Fi, good breakfasts and excellent food. Near the Peak District, Matlock is a 5-minute drive away.
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Self Catering near Wirksworth
Marmadukes Holiday Cottage (< 1 Mile)*
Welcome to The Coach House by Marmadukes, the short break specialists. Originally built for the 18th Century Industrialist Sir Richard Arkwright, the Coach House is today a stunning self catering property.
Derwent House (4 Miles)*
Derwent House, luxury self catering holiday accommodation, with 6 bedrooms in Matlock, Derbyshire. Sleeps 12 guests in comfort, ideal for large groups and family holidays. Derwent House is an elegant grade II listed Georgian Home.
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